Câlnic Citadel, Medieval fortress in Câlnic, Romania.
Câlnic Citadel is a fortress in Romania built with a central keep and double defensive walls surrounding it. Inside are residential spaces, storage areas, and a chapel constructed from stone.
The fortress began around 1270 under a nobleman and later passed to village residents who reinforced its defenses. This shift in ownership during the 1400s turned it into a community stronghold.
The citadel reflects choices made by people who needed both a home and a defensive shelter in one structure. The layout shows how residents organized their daily lives around the stone walls and towers.
Visiting works best when you can move through the rooms without crowds and get a sense of the layout. Guided tours help explain the purpose of different chambers and how they connect.
The citadel survived attacks in 1658 when surrounding structures were destroyed, which was uncommon for the time. This escape from damage reveals how strong the fortifications really were.
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